Ediz Eren Appointed Rockwell Automation’s Regional VP for META, Bolstering Growth Strategy

Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK) has reinforced its growth strategy in the Middle East, Türkiye, and Africa (META) region with the appointment of Ediz Eren as the new regional vice president. The announcement positions Eren to lead the company’s accelerated growth initiatives in the META region, with his base of operations situated in the United …

IPACK-IMA 2025: Charting a New Course for Innovation and Industry Growth

      Milan, Italy – October 24, 2023   The future of IPACK-IMA, a renowned event in the processing and packaging market, is set to unfold in 2025 with a strategic focus on innovation and industry transformation. The show has been a cornerstone in understanding market dynamics, and it is now poised to redefine …

IFFCO Group Adopts Sidel’s PET Lines for Production Expansion in the Middle East

    IFFCO Group, a multinational manufacturer headquartered in the UAE, has chosen Sidel’s complete PET lines to enhance its condiment production capacity. The installation includes facilities in Al-Ain, UAE, and a new plant in Baghdad, Iraq. The PET lines offer a reported capacity of up to 9,000 bottles per hour (bph) and provide flexibility …

Husky Installs First Integrated Injection Molding System for Blood Collection Tube Production in India

    Husky TechnologiesTM, a global technology provider, has successfully installed its first integrated injection molding system for blood collection tube (BCT) production in India. The system is now operational at the facilities of CML Biotech Limited, one of the country’s largest BCT manufacturers.   In response to manufacturing challenges faced by CML Biotech, Husky …

SCG International Expands Globally into SAMEA, Partners with Hassan Allam

    SCG International Corporation Co., Ltd. has announced its global business expansion into the South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) region. As part of this expansion, the company has established the Dubai Hub in the United Arab Emirates, which will serve as a central hub for sourcing and transporting goods across the region. …

Henkel Launches Injectable Thermally Conductive Adhesive for EV Batteries

  Application of Loctite TLB 9300 APSi between battery cells and the cooling system   Henkel, a global leader in automotive adhesives and thermal materials, has introduced Loctite TLB 9300 APSi, the world’s first injectable thermally conductive adhesive for electric vehicle (EV) battery systems. This groundbreaking adhesive offers structural bonding and efficient heat management capabilities …

Aptar Closures Acquires Majority Stake of Gulf Closures

    Aptar Closures, a global leader in dispensing closures and active material science solutions, has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Gulf Closures. With the acquisition, Aptar will leverage its global business capabilities and Gulf’s manufacturing expertise, regional network, and experienced team to better serve the company’s existing customers in the Middle …

HEIDELBERG’s New Boardmaster: A Game-Changer for Packaging Production

    Heidelberg Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has launched its new HEIDELBERG Boardmaster, a flexographic web printing system for high-volume folding carton production. The system boasts a machine availability of up to 90% and a maximum printing speed of 600 meters per minute, doubling productivity and dramatically reducing the total cost of ownership in industrial packaging …

Bobst boosts digital-age manufacturing on Visionfold and Novafold

Bobst has enhanced its middle-range folder-gluers with the implementation of the Sphere machine interface. Combined with improved ergonomics, both machines take a decisive step into the future of folding-gluing. This evolution allows folding carton converters to further optimize the production workflow and enable efficient data flow between physical equipment and digital solutions.   With regular …